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Symptoms of heart attack

Symptoms of a heart attack can vary widely and can mimic other conditions such as indigestion or heartburn. The important fact to know is to take all heart attack related symptoms seriously and seek medical help as soon as possible.

Update Date: 6/8/2006

Updated by: Eric Perez, MD, Department of Emergency Medicine, St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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